Overview

• The United Nations General Assembly officially designated May 30 as International Day of Potato in December 2023 to highlight its multifaceted value.
• The 2025 observance marks the second annual celebration under the theme “Shaping history, feeding the future.”
• Potatoes are a staple for nearly two-thirds of the world’s population and rank third among global food crops after rice and wheat.
• The Food and Agriculture Organization forecasts a surge to 750 million tonnes of potato production by 2030, driven largely by Asia, Africa and Latin America.
• Renowned for low greenhouse gas emissions and resistance to drought and cold, potatoes are prized for their adaptability and contribution to sustainable agriculture.